DITZY Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

ditzy

adjective

ˈdit-sē

variants or ditsy

Definition of ditzy

as in goofy

lacking in seriousness or maturity a ditzy comedy full of juvenile humor

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Recent Examples of ditzy Buddhist, recently widowed, and a successful artist, Rose is ditsy and rather eccentric, but is grounded by a 13-year-old step-granddaughter. — The Know, Denver Post, 31 May 2026 When the subject of literature came up, Monroe seemed compelled to play to ditzy expectations. — Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026 After portraying Shields with a more distracted and ditzy personality, O'Hara even went on to perform a satirical musical number as part of her impression. — Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026 The pinafore-style dress was in a twee ditsy print and flowed well past her knees, while a leather belt sat happily on her waist without exerting effort to cinch. — Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ditzy

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Adjective

Mason was funny, goofy and crazy in all the right ways; he will be remembered for singing and dancing around the house with a wide smile on his face and a skip in his step.

— Matt Schooley, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
If the movie is more goofy than profound, that may be the point.

— Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of goofy

Adjective

The Astros’ rotation is in such a state that ruling anyone out as a candidate to start games seems silly, but their actions indicate Imai is something of a last resort.

— Chandler Rome, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
So, even though Jay spent the song drawing a line between his own sophistication and the rest of the rap world’s childish behavior, 13 years later, kids are turning his luxury flex into a silly dance.

— Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of silly

Adjective

The receiving corps is still a question mark, and depending solely on De’Von Achane seems futile.

— Gladys Louise Tyler, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Named Wilbur by the hive mind of social media, the animal blew up online after resident Jamaal Harrison posted a video to TikTok on Saturday showing his futile attempts to catch it on an e-bike.

— Fedor Zarkhin, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026

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